... costs in the short term, but if this decision proves hasty, the company may lose significant market positions. Cost-cutting measures and layoffs could undermine Volkswagen's innovative potential, which is essential for competing with Tesla and new Asian electric vehicle manufacturers. Will Layoffs Contribute to Growth? Volkswagen indeed faces the necessity for change, but mass layoffs may be symptomatic of deeper issues. If the company focuses solely on cost-cutting and ignores the importance of long-term investments in personnel and production capabilities, it may lead to a slowdown in growth and even a loss of market positions. This situation involving strikes and layoffs is a pivotal moment not only for Volkswagen but for the ...

... causing global demand to grow at a much slower pace than production. In Russia, coal continues to hold a significant share in both electricity production and export revenue in the sector. Production by Russian companies remains near record levels, and amidst ... ... East and subsidizing railway transportation to boost supplies to the Asia-Pacific region. Looking ahead, despite the sustained importance of coal to the economy, the sector will need to modernize and improve environmental sustainability—considering the ...

... supply and demand in global energy markets. Electricity and Renewable Energy Sources: Record Consumption and Growth of "Green" Generation Abnormal weather this summer is setting new productivity records in the power sector and highlighting the importance of renewable energy sources (RES). In China, unprecedented demand on the energy system was witnessed in July: peak electricity consumption reached an all-time high of around 1.5 TW, driven by extreme heat and the widespread use of air conditioning. Nevertheless, a significant portion of the production increase has been achieved through solar power stations and increased ...

... implemented a planned adjustment of electricity prices for the population and businesses. Housing and utility tariffs, including electricity, have increased by an average of 11-12% across the country. This annual increase, stipulated by the government, is ... ... influenced by geopolitical factors. In particular, market participants have drawn attention to news about a sharp decrease in energy imports between the US and China. According to Bloomberg, in June 2025, China did not purchase any oil, liquefied natural gas ...

... that the pace of tariff growth will slow down in the coming years (e.g., approximately +9% in July 2026). For investors in the electricity sector, tariff increases signal potential revenue growth for energy supply and generation companies, although the ... ... Bloomberg). Experts link this to rising trade tensions and Beijing's desire to diversify supply sources. China is increasing oil imports from Middle Eastern and African countries, as well as ramping up purchases of Russian crude, taking advantage of price ...